Swanta - Dadasiba, Kangra
Swanta is a village situated in the Dadasiba tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 90 km from Dharmsala. Lag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Swanta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Swanta is 010690. The village covers a total geographical area of 108.02 hectares and falls under the 177106 pincode. Dera Gopipur is the nearest town.
Swanta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaswan-Pragpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Swanta
According to the 2011 Census, Swanta village had a total population of 342 people, including 187 males and 155 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 829 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.82%, with male literacy at 89.94% and female literacy at 85.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 70.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 342 | 187 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 43 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 274 | 152 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 35 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Swanta
Swanta is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Swanta
Swanta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Swanta is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Swanta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Swanta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Swanta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Swanta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Swanta
Where is Swanta located?
Swanta village is located in Dadasiba Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Swanta?
The Gram Panchayat of Swanta is Lag.
What is the pincode of Swanta?
The pincode of Swanta is 177106.
What is the population of Swanta?
Swanta had a total population of 342, including 187 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Swanta?
Swanta had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Swanta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Swanta was 87.82%. Male literacy was 89.94% and female literacy was 85.31%.